How does a negative margin balance affect my cryptocurrency trading account?

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• Inu Rengga ErlanggaMay 11, 2022 · 4 years ago
  Having a negative margin balance in your cryptocurrency trading account can have serious implications. It means that you have borrowed funds from the exchange to make trades, but your losses have exceeded your available margin. This can lead to liquidation of your positions, where the exchange automatically sells your assets to cover the negative balance. It can result in significant losses and even the complete depletion of your account.
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• Tomas CasildoNov 17, 2020 · 5 years ago
  When your margin balance goes negative, it's like being in debt to the exchange. You owe them money that you need to repay. This can limit your ability to make new trades, as the exchange may restrict your access to additional margin or even suspend your account until the balance is settled. It's important to monitor your margin balance closely and take immediate action to prevent it from going negative.
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• livemehereSep 01, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Negative margin balances can be a major concern for traders. At BYDFi, we understand the importance of risk management and have implemented measures to help traders avoid such situations. Our platform provides real-time margin balance monitoring and alerts to ensure that traders are aware of their account status. Additionally, we offer educational resources and risk management tools to help traders make informed decisions and mitigate the risk of negative margin balances.
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